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Mastering the Courtroom and Beyond | Episode 77

Author
IMS Legal Strategies
Published
Wed 09 Jul 2025
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 Craig A. Thompson is a partner at Venable LLP and a nationally recognized trial attorney known for his commanding courtroom presence and distinguished service across law, politics, and public leadership. In this IMS Insights Podcast episode, he joins IMS Senior Jury Consulting Advisor Chris Dominic for a compelling conversation on strategic advocacy in high-stakes litigation. Craig shares candid lessons from his decades-long career, including: 

  • What it takes to succeed in complex jury trials 
  • How leadership outside the courtroom sharpens legal strategy 
  • Proven techniques for connecting with jurors under pressure 
  • Defining moments that shaped his legal and public service journey 

Whether preparing for trial or looking to elevate your leadership approach, this discussion delivers real-world insights from one of the litigation industry's most respected voices. 

Watch the recorded conversation on LinkedIn and follow us for future livestreams: @IMSLegalStrategies. 

Read about Craig’s background: https://www.venable.com/professionals/t/craig-a-thompson 

Meet our host, Chris Dominic: https://imslegal.com/team/chris-dominic  

Explore our litigation consulting services: https://imslegal.com/services/litigation-consulting  

Contact IMS today: https://imslegal.com/contact 

IMS has delivered strategic litigation consulting and expert witness services to leading global law firms and Fortune 500 companies for more than 30 years, in more than 45,000 cases. IMS consultants become an extension of your legal team from pre-suit investigation services to discovery and then on to arbitration and trial. Learn more at imslegal.com.

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